The Theological and Cultural Musings of William H Funkhouser

"And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect." Romans 12:2
What is happening to much of the church today? It seems we are leaving the teachings scripture and bowing to the desires of the world. And the main reason I believe this is happening is due to church leadership fearing people will leave, and thus are teaching what they believe will keep their members Read more [...]

"Conduct yourselves with wisdom toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunity. Let your speech always be with grace, as though seasoned with salt, so that you will know how you should respond to each person." Colossians 4:5-6
I am saddened when I see the hatred being portrayed in the mass shootings that occurred this past weekend in Dayton, Ohio and El Paso, Texas. As a side note, according to the standards of the federal government, at least four victims must be killed using a firearm Read more [...]

"Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice. Be kind to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving each other, just as God in Christ also has forgiven you." Eph 4:31-32
Paul is telling the Church in Corinth that it was necessary that they be in unity, not having any anger, slander or outcries within the church. In the beginning of this chapter, Paul explains it a different way in verses 1-6 of the same chapter. "Therefore I, the Read more [...]

"Remember this and stand firm, recall it to mind, you transgressors, remember the former things of old; for I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like me, declaring the end from the beginning and from ancient times things not yet done, saying, ‘My counsel shall stand, and I will accomplish all my purpose, calling a bird of prey from the east, the man of my counsel from a far country. I have spoken, and I will bring it to pass; I have purposed, and I will do it." Isa Read more [...]

"Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect." Rom 12:2
I want to start this out by saying we do not have the authority to say if a person is saved or not. We cannot see what is in the heart of another. However, we have been told to judge the fruits of those who declare themselves to be a part of the Church. Paul lays this out clearly in his letter to Titus Read more [...]

"But Peter and John answered them, “Whether it is right in the sight of God to listen to you rather than to God, you must judge, for we cannot but speak of what we have seen and heard.” Acts 4:19-20
Some of you know that every other Saturday night my wife and I meet with two other couples for Bible study at the Cobb Pregnancy Resource Center in Kennesaw, GA . We go verse by verse through difference books and we are currently going through the Book of Acts. Three of us take turns teaching Read more [...]

"Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain." 1 Cor 15:58
This post will be shorter than most, however, it needs to be said. First, let me present a quote that I saw on the internet that I believe is worth sharing. "A lie doesn't become truth, wrong doesn't become right, and evil doesn't become good, just because it's accepted by a majority." Booker T. Washington. This is an incredibly Read more [...]

"And the master said to the servant, ‘Go out to the highways and hedges and compel people to come in, that my house may be filled." Luke 14:23
Here Jesus tells the story of a man who once gave a great banquet and invited many people to attend. After everything was ready, he sent his servant to tell those he had invited that the banquet was set and they should come and enjoy. However, everyone of them had an excuse as to why they could not come. So the master sent his servant into the Read more [...]

Recently I was teaching some friends from the book of Romans chapter 1 When I got to verse 5, someone asked a very intriguing question. At first the answer seemed pretty obvious but as I thought about it, I knew I had to be careful. The question was, "If we are talking to an unbeliever and we bring up verses that condemn behaviors they indulge in, are we judging them or is the Bible?"
This ignited a very robust discussion. I listened intently and was praying for wisdom at the same time. Read more [...]

"Remember those who are in prison, as though in prison with them, and those who are mistreated, since you also are in the body." Heb 13:3
I had the opportunity this past weekend along with my wife to attend a one day conference in South Carolina put on by the great organization Voice of the Martyrs. It was an incredible time to hear stories from people who have suffered for their faith and service to God while sharing the gospel to those who need to hear it. One lady, Gracia Burnham was Read more [...]

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I am honored that you have taken the time to check out this site. My goal is to provide a place where we can encourage each other in our Christian walk. As iron sharpens iron, we can sharpen each other and grow in the Fear and Admonition of the Lord. If you would like to send me an email, please feel free to do so. My email address is bill@funkhousers.net